Urges the United States Congress to award the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal to the U.S. veterans who were in Honduras from 1981 to 1992 for their service and sacrifices.
Creates the Illinois Condominium Governance and Transparency Task Force to study the transparency, financial integrity, and safe living conditions of residents of condominiums and common interest community associations.
This bill is a memorial resolution honoring the life of Bishop George Lee Dowell, a former church leader and community figure from Danville, Illinois, who passed away in May 2026. The document outlines his personal history, including his military service, various careers in law enforcement and corrections, and his long tenure as a minister who founded a local church. It formally expresses the condolences of the Illinois House of Representatives to his family and friends while noting his contributions to the community. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy of the document be presented to Bishop Dowell's family as a gesture of sympathy.
HR 942 is a memorial resolution honoring the life of Porter McNeil, a public affairs consultant and former Rock Island County Board member who passed away in September 2025. The bill formally expresses the condolences of the Illinois House of Representatives to McNeil's family and friends, acknowledging his career in political communications and his community involvement. As a procedural measure, the resolution directs that a copy be presented to McNeil's family as a gesture of sympathy.
Congratulates James Andrew "Andy" Busch on the occasion of his retirement as a pastor at Alpha Baptist Church after 34 years of service. Thanks him for his dedication and commitment.
This bill designates the Fayette Avenue overpass at the intersection of Interstates 57 and 70 in Effingham as the "Sgt. Timothy Sayne Memorial Overpass." It honors Sergeant Timothy Sayne, a local resident who served in the U.S. Army and was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2011. The legislation requires the Illinois Department of Transportation to install signs or plaques at the site to officially mark the overpass with this new name. Copies of the resolution will be provided to Sergeant Sayne's family and the state transportation department to formalize the memorial.
This bill designates the Fourth Street Interstate 57 and 70 overpass in Effingham as the "Chief Warrant Officer 2 Christopher Donaldson Memorial Overpass" to honor a local resident who served in the U.S. Army. The legislation requires the Illinois Department of Transportation to install signs at the site to display the new name and to present copies of the resolution to the soldier's family, the mayor of Effingham, and the state transportation secretary. It directly affects the naming of a specific public infrastructure project in Effingham and involves the state transportation department in implementing the commemorative signage.
Reaffirms the commitment to the strengthening and deepening of the sister-state relationship between the State of Illinois and Taiwan, the Republic of China (ROC). Reaffirms support for the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) and supports Illinois businesses referring to Taiwan as "Taiwan". Endorses Taiwan's efforts to secure the signing of a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) and the Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement (ADTA) with the United States. Supports the further strengthening of a closer economic and trade partnership between the State of Illinois and Taiwan with multiple possible approaches, including signing an economic and trade memorandum of understanding, exploring the possibility of establishing an Illinois Office in Taiwan, and sending Illinois high-level officials to visit Taiwan without being threatened by any adversary forces. Supports Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations, which impact the well-being of the peoples of Taiwan, the State of Illinois, the U.S., and the world. Opposes any distortion or misuse of UNGA Resolution 2758 to attempt to deny Taiwan's aspiration to make contributions in international societies.
Urges the Illinois Department of Corrections and the Office of the Architect of the Capitol to establish a Corrections Fallen Heroes Memorial on the State Capitol grounds. Recognizes the inherent danger and risk that correctional employees confront daily while serving a critical public safety mission. Affirms that the State's fallen heroes are deserving of a public memorial honoring the sacrifice they made.
This bill designates August 14, 2026, as Illinois ABLE Savings Day to raise awareness about the state's savings program for people with disabilities. The measure does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic recognition of the program's role in helping individuals save for qualified disability expenses without losing federal benefits. By highlighting the program's success and encouraging participation, the resolution aims to promote financial independence for Illinoisans with disabilities and their families. The text directs a copy of the resolution to the Office of the State Treasurer, which administers the ABLE accounts.
Declares June 13, 2026 as Banner Wholesale Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of the company's deep roots and lasting impact on the City of Chicago and the State's grocery industry. Congratulates the Saltzman family and the entire team at Banner Wholesale Grocers on the occasion of its 100th Anniversary and commends them for their century of service to the people of Illinois.
Urges the U.S. Congress to support the Major Richard Star Act to allow medically retired service members to receive full access to their much-deserved retirement and pay benefits.
